Who would be dumb enough to take something from Bryan Mills again? "Taken 3" is on the way, with Liam Neeson in final negotiations to return as the retired CIA agent with a "particular set of skills." Plot details haven't been released yet, but the 61-year-old actor is expected to earn $20 million for the next "Taken" sequel, written by Luc Besson and Robert Mark Kamen, who co-wrote the first two movies. "Taken 3" has prompted numerous jokes on social media ("maybe they'll steal his dog"), but previous installments grossed nearly $600 million worldwide on budgets of less than $50 million each.» Read more at Variety.

Don't call it a hip-hopera: A Tupac Shakur musical called "Holler If Ya Hear Me" is in the works. Featuring songs by the late rapper, the New York stage show tells the story of two childhood friends struggling in a Midwestern industrial city. Produced by 2Pac's mother Afeni Shakur, "Holler" is directed by Kenny Leon ("A Raisin in the Sun") based on a book by Todd Kreidler ("Fences") and aiming for the 2013-14 theater season.» Read more at the New York Daily News.

Singer-songwriter David Lowery is furious with Pandora royalties after a song he wrote was played 1.1 million times on the music streaming site and only got paid $16.89. Best known as the frontman for '90s alternative rock band Cracker, Lowery is upset that Pandora wants to lower royalty payments to songwriters when streams of their 1993 hit "Low" earned him less money than selling a t-shirt at a concert. The 52-year-old musician posted his bank statements to show earnings from Pandora, YouTube, Rhapsody, and radio stations. Pandora, meanwhile, argues ASCAP fees aren't allowing the company to compete and seeking lower rates.» Read more at the Daily Mail.

Know who your real friends are? Someone is trying to sell fake photos of Kimye's babyNorth West for big bucks. Sources say Kim Kardashian sent pictures of what she claimed was her and Kanye West's daughter to a half dozen "friends." At least one bogus baby pic was offered to TMZ, but the public likely won't see the real North until a magazine pays big money for the exclusive.» Read more at TMZ.

Hello, is it beer you're looking for? Lionel Richie sings "Hello" inside a fridge for a new Australian commercial for Tap King. The Commodores musician plays piano and pours a pint from the brand's home beer dispenser for a thirsty listener. It might not be the most ridiculous ad exploiting a classic '80s song, but it's definitely up there.